The self test continues until you turn the printer off, or until the printer runs out of paper and displays [PAPER OUT].

9 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer

Your LQ-2500 has two separate interface connections. Therefore, you must be sure to use the one that your computer requires.

The two interfaces are a Centronic® compatible parallel interface and an RS-232C compatible serial interface. If you have a suitable cable, you can connect most computers immediately

The SelecType Interface setting is set to Parallel at the factory If you’re using the serial interface, be sure to change this setting under *Change Defaults, as explained in the following chapter on SelecType.

The few computers that require other interfaces can usually use one of the optional interface boards described in Appendix F. Check your computer’s manual if don’t know which interface to use.

The parallel interface

Before connecting a parallel interface cable, see that both the printer and computer are turned off. Then plug the connector into the printer as shown in Figure 1-11. Nest squeeze the clips gently and click them into place.

figure 1-11.

Connecting the parallel cable

Setting Up the Printer

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